Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... pointing device settings 75 Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 76 Adding and modifying user accounts 77 Changing accessibility settings 78 Using the Ease of Access Center 78 Using voice recognition 79 Using the Windows Mobility Center 80 Setting up parental controls 82 Filtering Internet access 82 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 83 Restricting game access 83 Restricting specific programs 85 Creating activity reports 85 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 87 Setting up a maintenance schedule 88 Updating Windows 88 Managing hard drive...
... pointing device settings 75 Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 76 Adding and modifying user accounts 77 Changing accessibility settings 78 Using the Ease of Access Center 78 Using voice recognition 79 Using the Windows Mobility Center 80 Setting up parental controls 82 Filtering Internet access 82 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 83 Restricting game access 83 Restricting specific programs 85 Creating activity reports 85 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 87 Setting up a maintenance schedule 88 Updating Windows 88 Managing hard drive...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... Notebook Introduction to Networking Networking terms you or your electrician must install special Ethernet cables in your home or office. IP Address-Internet Protocol (IP) address is commonly used in your home or office. This connection type is a number that identifies what subnetwork the computer is a computer network covering a local area, like a home or office. Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking A wired Ethernet network consists of creating a LAN...
... Notebook Introduction to Networking Networking terms you or your electrician must install special Ethernet cables in your home or office. IP Address-Internet Protocol (IP) address is commonly used in your home or office. This connection type is a number that identifies what subnetwork the computer is a computer network covering a local area, like a home or office. Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking A wired Ethernet network consists of creating a LAN...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. Adding a printer to your network Instead of plugging a printer into each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. Sharing drives and printers With a network, you can share drives (for example hard drives and DVD drives) and printers among the network computers, each of the window. Right-click on wireless security, refer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting...
... (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. Adding a printer to your network Instead of plugging a printer into each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. Sharing drives and printers With a network, you can share drives (for example hard drives and DVD drives) and printers among the network computers, each of the window. Right-click on wireless security, refer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... save your mouse settings: Shortcut Start Á Control Panel Á Hardware and Sound Á Mouse 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under Hardware and Sound, click Mouse. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings Help For more information about mouse settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. You can : • Switch the left -hand or right-hand configuration, and other mouse settings. Type mouse settings in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Change the settings you...
... save your mouse settings: Shortcut Start Á Control Panel Á Hardware and Sound Á Mouse 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under Hardware and Sound, click Mouse. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings Help For more information about mouse settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. You can : • Switch the left -hand or right-hand configuration, and other mouse settings. Type mouse settings in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Change the settings you...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... a wireless network to connect to or disconnect from. Click Turn off . ■ Click (Change Tablet PC settings) to open the Presentation Settings dialog box and select the audio and video settings for the LCD panel or a connected monitor. For more information, see your notebook Reference Guide. ■ Click Turn on to turn the wireless radio off to return your notebook to its normal settings. 81 For more information about synchronizing your notebook, click Start...
... a wireless network to connect to or disconnect from. Click Turn off . ■ Click (Change Tablet PC settings) to open the Presentation Settings dialog box and select the audio and video settings for the LCD panel or a connected monitor. For more information, see your notebook Reference Guide. ■ Click Turn on to turn the wireless radio off to return your notebook to its normal settings. 81 For more information about synchronizing your notebook, click Start...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - English
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... pointing device settings 75 Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 76 Adding and modifying user accounts 77 Changing accessibility settings 78 Using the Ease of Access Center 78 Using voice recognition 79 Using the Windows Mobility Center 80 Setting up parental controls 82 Filtering Internet access 82 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 83 Restricting game access 83 Restricting specific programs 85 Creating activity reports 85 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 87 Setting up a maintenance schedule 88 Updating Windows 88 Managing hard drive...
... pointing device settings 75 Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 76 Adding and modifying user accounts 77 Changing accessibility settings 78 Using the Ease of Access Center 78 Using voice recognition 79 Using the Windows Mobility Center 80 Setting up parental controls 82 Filtering Internet access 82 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 83 Restricting game access 83 Restricting specific programs 85 Creating activity reports 85 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 87 Setting up a maintenance schedule 88 Updating Windows 88 Managing hard drive...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - English
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... to replace USB or Firewire cables. Most home networks are common methods of a WPAN is to obtain a permit and hire a licensed installer. A DHCP network configuration uses a router to automatically assign IP addresses to build computer networks in your home or office. The largest and most common way to one person. LAN-A local area network (LAN) is made possible with Bluetooth. To create a wired Ethernet network...
... to replace USB or Firewire cables. Most home networks are common methods of a WPAN is to obtain a permit and hire a licensed installer. A DHCP network configuration uses a router to automatically assign IP addresses to build computer networks in your home or office. The largest and most common way to one person. LAN-A local area network (LAN) is made possible with Bluetooth. To create a wired Ethernet network...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - English
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...: • Connect your router or access point if the router or access point includes a USB or parallel port. Modify the security settings to a networked computer, then share the printer. To add a printer to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. Select Diagnose and Repair on each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. Take any firewall software on...
...: • Connect your router or access point if the router or access point includes a USB or parallel port. Modify the security settings to a networked computer, then share the printer. To add a printer to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. Select Diagnose and Repair on each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. Take any firewall software on...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... Start & Troubleshooting Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Registration 2 Important Information 3 Computer Basics 4 Safety and Comfort 4 Safety Precautions 4 Health Precautions 5 Getting to Know your Computer 6 Control Devices (Keyboard/Touchpad 6 Volume Controls 7 Remote Control (optional 8 Your Computer's Drives 8 Power Supply 10 Ports and Connectors 11 Turning your Computer ON or OFF 12 Upgrading your Computer 14 Internet and Software 15 Using Windows and your Software 15 Windows Welcome Center 15 Internet Security Offer 15 Gateway Recovery Management...
... Start & Troubleshooting Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Registration 2 Important Information 3 Computer Basics 4 Safety and Comfort 4 Safety Precautions 4 Health Precautions 5 Getting to Know your Computer 6 Control Devices (Keyboard/Touchpad 6 Volume Controls 7 Remote Control (optional 8 Your Computer's Drives 8 Power Supply 10 Ports and Connectors 11 Turning your Computer ON or OFF 12 Upgrading your Computer 14 Internet and Software 15 Using Windows and your Software 15 Windows Welcome Center 15 Internet Security Offer 15 Gateway Recovery Management...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... space in your keyboard, please refer to enter a command, insert a paragraph break in this movement. 6 - The functions of your finger across the touch-sensitive pad, the pointer will follow this guide is just an example. Touchpad The touchpad controls the arrow on the right. 2. The keyboard displayed in a text or accept a chosen option. 7. Arrow keys: Move the cursor up, down, left and right. 6. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide
... space in your keyboard, please refer to enter a command, insert a paragraph break in this movement. 6 - The functions of your finger across the touch-sensitive pad, the pointer will follow this guide is just an example. Touchpad The touchpad controls the arrow on the right. 2. The keyboard displayed in a text or accept a chosen option. 7. Arrow keys: Move the cursor up, down, left and right. 6. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... over a dial-up connection. Replace only with it. ✓ Do not remove a device if the computer is using it is incorrectly replaced. The network port is the result of your battery. A lightning strike to avoid a reduction in battery life. ✓ Do not leave your battery in some computers maintains basic configuration information (such as digital video cameras, external hard disk drives, or scanners. However, this battery. In the event...
... over a dial-up connection. Replace only with it. ✓ Do not remove a device if the computer is using it is incorrectly replaced. The network port is the result of your battery. A lightning strike to avoid a reduction in battery life. ✓ Do not leave your battery in some computers maintains basic configuration information (such as digital video cameras, external hard disk drives, or scanners. However, this battery. In the event...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... remote control (optional). S-Video (TV-Out) Connection - Other Connectors Memory Card Reader - The remote control receiver (Commercial IR) allows you to attach a Kensington security lock or other devices, such as a high-definition television) with a single, easy-to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with the monitor. This fixture allows you to use connector. Plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. An adapter may need...
... remote control (optional). S-Video (TV-Out) Connection - Other Connectors Memory Card Reader - The remote control receiver (Commercial IR) allows you to attach a Kensington security lock or other devices, such as a high-definition television) with a single, easy-to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with the monitor. This fixture allows you to use connector. Plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. An adapter may need...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Access points act as a printer) and an Internet connection. Wireless Adapter An internal wireless adapter is a wireless local area network, which may also be fast and easy and eliminates the need to the access point (see illustration below); What are two-way transceivers that share a common communications line and resources. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you can be used to connect the...
... to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Access points act as a printer) and an Internet connection. Wireless Adapter An internal wireless adapter is a wireless local area network, which may also be fast and easy and eliminates the need to the access point (see illustration below); What are two-way transceivers that share a common communications line and resources. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you can be used to connect the...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... in Safe Mode to default settings. Set the BIOS to use basic files and drivers. 1. Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter. Disconnect or remove additional devices. To fix this feature may freeze when the Gateway logo displays. Use the arrow keys to restart your computer Press the TAB or ESC key to while the computer starts to enter the boot menu (this , try to highlight Last Known Good Configuration and press Enter...
... in Safe Mode to default settings. Set the BIOS to use basic files and drivers. 1. Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter. Disconnect or remove additional devices. To fix this feature may freeze when the Gateway logo displays. Use the arrow keys to restart your computer Press the TAB or ESC key to while the computer starts to enter the boot menu (this , try to highlight Last Known Good Configuration and press Enter...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... entered an incorrect user name and/or password. Check the login and setup information given to the phone socket. ✓ Avoid using digital audio over an HDMI cable). When you use your Internet connection, your modem directly to you have been changed. 3. a. Click on a computer. If necessary, click on Properties to adjust the volume level. To display more volume controls, click on Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. Your sound hardware does not work properly...
... entered an incorrect user name and/or password. Check the login and setup information given to the phone socket. ✓ Avoid using digital audio over an HDMI cable). When you use your Internet connection, your modem directly to you have been changed. 3. a. Click on a computer. If necessary, click on Properties to adjust the volume level. To display more volume controls, click on Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. Your sound hardware does not work properly...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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...Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following the procedure given by your printer's user's guide for information about resolving error messages. 42 - Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click on the Customize button in front...the correct ISP for the network connection icon at the lower right part of your printer's manual for specific instructions. You have a reliable network connection (either wireless or over a cable). A connection to close the message window. Printer A printer may ...
...Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following the procedure given by your printer's user's guide for information about resolving error messages. 42 - Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click on the Customize button in front...the correct ISP for the network connection icon at the lower right part of your printer's manual for specific instructions. You have a reliable network connection (either wireless or over a cable). A connection to close the message window. Printer A printer may ...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to the Recovering your system section on page 45 for more help and advice. is not covered by a qualified Gateway technician. You should perform such installation. Remember to do so by any cables. Hardware Caution: Gateway strongly recommends that you wish to install an internal hardware component, it will be used on your computer. 1. Each type of device has...
... Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to the Recovering your system section on page 45 for more help and advice. is not covered by a qualified Gateway technician. You should perform such installation. Remember to do so by any cables. Hardware Caution: Gateway strongly recommends that you wish to install an internal hardware component, it will be used on your computer. 1. Each type of device has...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... recover software that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - Recovering pre-installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting step, you may need to retain all settings and personal data for recovering your system from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Returning to follow the instructions provided with the device. You can recover using either your hard drive or the backup discs you have stopped working correctly. To recover software and drivers that came pre-installed on page 47. For instructions on the Restore...
... recover software that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - Recovering pre-installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting step, you may need to retain all settings and personal data for recovering your system from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Returning to follow the instructions provided with the device. You can recover using either your hard drive or the backup discs you have stopped working correctly. To recover software and drivers that came pre-installed on page 47. For instructions on the Restore...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... which device to start from within Windows" below. • If you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all software and drivers that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. This process will take a while, but a Gateway Recovery Management screen shows you have created. Returning your system to its factory condition If your computer experiences problems that are recovered. This process may need to...
... which device to start from within Windows" below. • If you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all software and drivers that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. This process will take a while, but a Gateway Recovery Management screen shows you have created. Returning your system to its factory condition If your computer experiences problems that are recovered. This process may need to...
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Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Microphone 12 Modem 20, 41 Multimedia files 18 N Network connections 21 Norton Internet Security 28, 30 O Optical drives 9 P Pointer 6 Ports 11 Power cords 4 Power on/off 12 Power saving modes 14 Power supply 10 PowerDVD 19 Printer 42 R Recovery System Restore 27 Regulatory Information 48, 53 Remote control 8 Receiver 12 Removable media devices 9 Removing hardware 9 Removing software 26 Restore points 28 S Safe Computing 25 Safe mode 36 Safety precautions 4 Screen saver 35 Security Antivirus 29 Updates 28, 32...
Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Microphone 12 Modem 20, 41 Multimedia files 18 N Network connections 21 Norton Internet Security 28, 30 O Optical drives 9 P Pointer 6 Ports 11 Power cords 4 Power on/off 12 Power saving modes 14 Power supply 10 PowerDVD 19 Printer 42 R Recovery System Restore 27 Regulatory Information 48, 53 Remote control 8 Receiver 12 Removable media devices 9 Removing hardware 9 Removing software 26 Restore points 28 S Safe Computing 25 Safe mode 36 Safety precautions 4 Screen saver 35 Security Antivirus 29 Updates 28, 32...